Frequently Asked Questions

We serve the entire Kansas City metropolitan area — including Overland Park, Leawood, Prairie Village, Lenexa, Olathe, Mission Hills, Shawnee, and Fairway in Kansas, as well as Kansas City, Lee’s Summit, Liberty, Parkville, Gladstone, and North Kansas City in Missouri. Whether you’re protecting a home or business, we offer fast, local support and modern smart-security solutions across the metro.

Professional monitoring ensures your property is protected 24/7, even when you’re unavailable. Our UL-listed monitoring center immediately alerts emergency services if an alarm is triggered, giving you round-the-clock peace of mind. While self-monitoring through your phone is possible, professional monitoring guarantees a faster, more reliable response when seconds matter most.

Yes! All of our smart systems include secure mobile-app access. You can arm or disarm your system, view live camera feeds, lock or unlock doors, and receive real-time alerts right from your phone or tablet. Whether you’re at home, work, or on vacation, you’ll always stay connected to your property.

In many cases, yes. We can upgrade or reuse parts of your existing system — such as wiring, sensors, or sirens — while replacing outdated components with modern smart-security technology. This helps reduce costs and keeps installation simple. We’ll evaluate your current setup to see what can be integrated or repurposed safely.

Most residential systems range from $500 to $1000, depending on the number of devices. Cellular monitoring doesn’t require a land-line and starts at around $30.00 per month, but depends on features selected. Commercial systems are customized based on building size, camera coverage, and access-control needs. We always provide a free quote before installation so you can choose the right solution for your budget.

Our most popular and arguably, the most useful camera, is the video doorbell that costs around $300.00, installed. Outdoor cameras with advanced people and vehicle detection start around $400 and indoor cameras cost around $275.

Yes. Our systems work with popular smart-home devices that you may already have in your home. You can control lights, locks, thermostats, garage doors, and more — all from a single app. Integration is seamless and secure, making it easy to manage your entire smart home from one dashboard.

There are many great security systems out there and the key is to get one that has the ability to meet your current security needs, but also has the ability to easily adapt to your evolving security needs. And to get it from a company you can trust.

No! Landlines are quickly being phased out, and what most people consider a landline, actually is VOIP and not recommended for alarm monitoring. The problem with Voice over IP (VOIP), is that it depends on you having power and internet, which you can’t always count on in an emergency like a fire.

We prefer professional grade security systems that support a wide variety of components from a variety of manufacturers.  Our favorite security systems today are the Qolsys IQ4 and IQPro, DSC Neo, Honeywell Vista, and the 2Gig GC2E. Each has it’s own particular strengths and applications.

A typical home installation takes about 2 to 4 hours, depending on the number of cameras and devices. Larger homes or commercial properties may require a full day or two. We schedule installations at your convenience and ensure everything is tested and connected before we leave.

Getting started is easy. Call us at 913-901-0007 or visit kcsecurity.net to request a free on-site security consultation. We’ll evaluate your property, recommend the best equipment, and provide a detailed estimate with no obligation.